Much of the Pee Dee is under a severe drought. Heavy rains with such dry soil could produce flooding more easily as it is tougher for the water to drain. So although the rain is welcomed, too much in a short time makes it extra dangerous.

With sustained winds of 15-20 mph and h umidity levels dropping to 20%, fires can easily spark and spread. The South Carolina Forestry Commission’s statewide burn ban remains in effect, and officials urge residents to avoid all outdoor burning, including grilling and campfires.

These two astronauts will soon begin their recovery Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that South Africa’s ambassador to the United States “is no longer welcome” in the country, in the latest Trump administration move targeting the African nation.